Computer Peripherals

A vertical mouse is an ergonomic computer mouse designed to keep your hand in a more natural “handshake” position instead of the flat palm-down posture of a traditional mouse. This simple change helps reduce strain on the wrist and forearm during long hours of work.

Its upright design encourages better alignment, which can ease discomfort caused by repetitive movement or poor posture. Most users notice that after a short adjustment period, scrolling and clicking feel more relaxed and less tiring.

Overall, a vertical mouse is a practical choice for anyone looking to improve comfort and reduce wrist stress while using a computer daily.

Hey Tasha! To answer your trackball question first: they are great for wrist pain, but they have a pretty steep (and frustrating!) learning curve.

If you want top-tier ergonomic comfort right out of the box without having to completely relearn how to use a mouse, the Logitech MX Master 3 is the absolute gold standard for work.

Here is why it works so well for people: Instead of being completely flat or completely vertical, it sits at a perfect, slight angle. It has a massive, comfortable thumb rest so your thumb isn't dragging on the desk all day, which naturally relaxes your whole hand. As a bonus for work, it has a horizontal thumb-scroll wheel which is a total lifesaver if you deal with spreadsheets or wide documents! It falls perfectly into your budget and your hand will thank you.

Rapoo MT760L Wireless Bluetooth Mouse, Ergonomic Design, 4 Adjustable DPI, 8 Programmable Buttons, 90 Days Battery Life, Matte Black

About this item

• 【Multi-Device Wireless Bluetooth Mouse】Rapoo MT760L supports bluetooth 5.0/3.0 and 2.4GHz tri-mode connection, which can be used to switch back and forth between office computer/laptop/cell phone/ipad via bluetooth or the included USB dongle, and the low-power, low-latency, and high-efficiency bluetooth wireless mouse allows you to face all kinds of complicated matters with ease.
• 【4 Adjustable DPI & M+ Cross-Computer Technology】Rapoo wireless mouse preset 600/1200/1600/3200 four DPI value, through the DPI button a key to adjust to meet different personal use needs. M + cross-screen technology can be seamlessly used and control multiple computers, automatic switching of the screen, to realize the transfer of documents, images, text, etc., smooth office. [Need to install wireless computer mouse driver and connect your computer to the same Wi-Fi or Ethernet].
• 【Bluetooth Mouse with Side Scroll & Ergonomic Design】The cordless bluetooth mouse has a Hall magnetic induction side scroll wheel and a 500,000 times scale feel center button scroll wheel for smooth and convenient office work. Ergonomic bow-back design, thumb support, anti-slip and anti-sweat, full support, comfort and ease of use. Fits all grips and hand sizes, especially for people with bigger hands. Magnetic absorption compartment at the bottom solves the trouble of losing USB.
• 【Easy to charge & Ultra-Long Battery Life】800mAh li-po battery, USB-C quick charge, lasts up to 90 days. [Battery life may vary on use frequency and device conditions].
• 【Works On Most Surfaces】Adapts hi-performance laser sensor, provides more precise tracking on most surfaces like wood, metal, cloth, plastic, paper, etc. [Not suitable for glass or mirror]. The more advanced laser mouse has an invisible illumination source, hence it doesn’t shine a red or green light beneath the bottom like most optical mice, which eliminates the potential harm to eyes when picking up and turning on/off the mouse, and reduces light pollution to your workstation.

The Logitech MX Vertical Wireless Ergonomic Mouse is built for people who spend hours on their computer and are tired of wrist strain slowing them down. Instead of forcing your hand into a flat position like traditional mice, it uses a natural 57° vertical angle that keeps your wrist in a more relaxed, handshake position. This simple change helps reduce muscle strain and makes long work sessions feel much more comfortable.

The one you should choose is the Logitech Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse.

It hits the sweet spot. It keeps your hand in a natural “handshake” position, which reduces wrist strain and improves posture without forcing you to relearn how to use a mouse. Vertical designs are specifically built to reduce muscle strain and wrist pressure compared to traditional mice . This one also has quiet clicks, good battery life, and just works for long work sessions.

If you want premium instead

If you’re willing to push closer to your max budget, the Logitech MX Vertical is the higher-end version. It’s larger, more premium, and designed to reduce strain further with a 57° angle and less hand movement . Go for this if you have bigger hands or want something more substantial.

Straight recommendation

Get the Logitech Lift unless you specifically want to experiment. Trackballs are a niche solution. Vertical mice are the safe, proven upgrade for everyday work.

Logitech MX Ergo S Plus Advanced Wireless Trackball Mouse, USB-C Rechargeable Wireless Ergonomic Mouse With Bluetooth and Encrypted Dongle, 6 Programmable Buttons, for PC/Mac (Graphite) - Optical - Wi